The journey to becoming a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is challenging, requiring you to pass the CPA exam, gain at least a year of work experience, and for most candidates, earn 150 hours of college credit. 

Keeping our CPA Exam Review accurate and up to date is our top priority at Becker. Our curriculum team regularly reviews and updates the course so that it reflects the latest exam standards, incorporates new industry guidance, and thoroughly covers all topics that may appear on the CPA Exam. This ongoing process helps ensure our students are always prepared with the most current and comprehensive materials available. 

Making sure our students are studying accurate, exam-aligned content is a top priority at Becker. Our curriculum team regularly reviews and updates our CMA Exam Review so that it reflects the latest standards and industry guidance plus the learning outcome statements issued by the IMA. This ongoing process helps ensure our students are always prepared with the most current and comprehensive materials available.

Preparing for the CPA Exam can feel overwhelming. With multiple sections, complex topics, and an extensive content blueprint, candidates need study tools that simplify learning and accelerate retention. That’s where CPA videos make a powerful difference. Learn what CPA video content is available and how to make the most of it for your exam-day success. 

When it comes to negotiating accounting salary, many new professionals leave money on the table simply because they don’t know what to expect or how to ask for it. It’s important to understand the landscape and become skilled in negotiating your accounting salary because it isn’t just about your first paycheck. It can shape your long-term earnings, career trajectory, and future opportunities. This guide breaks down what entry-level accountants earn, what drives compensation, and how you can confidently negotiate your accounting pay. 

Selecting the appropriate business structure is a crucial decision for entrepreneurs. While you (or your clients) may be more concerned about choosing a business name, choosing the right business entity can have far-reaching implications for your company's financial health and legal protection. Two of the most popular options for small businesses are S Corporations (S Corps) and Limited Liability Companies (LLCs).

Ensuring our students are fully prepared for their professional exams is our highest priority, and our curriculum team is continually working to provide up-to-date content and comprehensive coverage to EA candidates. Learn about recent updates to the EA Exam Review below as well as the steps we take to make sure our content is fully aligned with the exam. 

If you've worked in accounting for several years and have become disengaged from your work, you're not alone. Many professionals reach a point where they’re trusted, progressing, and doing everything “right,” yet the work itself feels routine. Fulfillment rarely comes from simply getting better at the same tasks. It usually comes from changing how the role is experienced: gaining influence, exploring new tools, or expanding beyond the traditional checklist of responsibilities. 

Studying for a single section of the CPA Exam can take a few months and over 100 hours of studying. You're taking in a vast amount of information, so how do you retain it over a long period of time—especially things like FAR formulas and REG tax numbers. It's challenging, but with the right strategies, you can improve your information retention. To help you get started, we're sharing CPA Exam memory tips to ensure you are confident and prepared on exam day. 

One of the most frequently asked questions from CPA candidates just starting the process is about the CPA Exam cost. But, the answer to this question is more complicated than just sharing a fee. Several factors affect the cost of the CPA Exam, including the state where you're working toward your license, whether you pass on the first try, and any study materials you may use to prepare. To help you plan and budget, learn about the costs you can expect to incur.